Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRBlue Grass Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
|
7,003 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 42° |
↑ 2.5 kt
•
↔ 4.3 kt
60° angle
|
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
|
4,000 ft | 75 ft | concrete | 87° |
↑ 1.7 kt
•
↔ 4.7 kt
70° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KLEX
12,614 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Blue Grass Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 12,614 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Blue Grass Airport - Airport Information
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About Blue Grass Airport
Overview
Blue Grass Airport serves Lexington, Kentucky, as a medium-sized airport positioned at 979 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 38.036499, -84.605904, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Kentucky, supporting both regional and commercial flight operations with two substantial runways.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions at Blue Grass Airport, with 64.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -17°C to 32°C, with an average temperature of 8.4°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots and calm conditions occurring 11.7% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: a primary 7,003-foot asphalt runway (04/22) and a secondary 4,000-foot concrete runway (09/27). Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Average crosswind components are relatively modest, measuring 4.2 knots for runway 04/22 and 5 knots for runway 09/27.
Approach Considerations
September, October, and January represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, with consistently good visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 2.6% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 2.2% experiencing fog conditions. The prevailing southwest winds make runway selection straightforward and predictable.
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